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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #150 on: May 12, 2021, 03:29:45 PM »
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Sticking with their theme, I would have done

8" 14.11" WB

8.25"x31.75x14.22" WB

8.3" 14.33" WB

8.5" 14.44" WB

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That makes too much sense. Instead, let's just screen this graphic on Mason's shape and mix some in there indiscriminately.
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Haha! They did go good for it though. I skated my replacement once and absolutely hated it. The 8.38's I've skated were real nice but the 8.25 sucked eggs..fuck that thing
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i would like the 8 and 8.25 to have a smaller wheel base like this
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So would just about everyone else.....

Not sure about that.
I recently gave a 8.25 ishod twin tail to a friend who usually only skates 14" wb and he loves it. Same experience for myself. If I didn't know it, there's no way I'd think they have such a long wheelbase. Can't feel it at all and I still don't have an explanation for it.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #151 on: May 12, 2021, 03:57:03 PM »
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Sticking with their theme, I would have done

8" 14.11" WB

8.25"x31.75x14.22" WB

8.3" 14.33" WB

8.5" 14.44" WB

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That makes too much sense. Instead, let's just screen this graphic on Mason's shape and mix some in there indiscriminately.
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Haha! They did go good for it though. I skated my replacement once and absolutely hated it. The 8.38's I've skated were real nice but the 8.25 sucked eggs..fuck that thing
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i would like the 8 and 8.25 to have a smaller wheel base like this
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So would just about everyone else.....
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Not sure about that.
I recently gave a 8.25 ishod twin tail to a friend who usually only skates 14" wb and he loves it. Same experience for myself. If I didn't know it, there's no way I'd think they have such a long wheelbase. Can't feel it at all and I still don't have an explanation for it.

 "So would just about everyone else....." Please note the bolded portion

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #152 on: May 14, 2021, 12:52:45 PM »
Thinking about giving this Alien Workshop Twin Tail a try. Anyone have any experience with them?




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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #153 on: May 14, 2021, 06:45:08 PM »
Thinking about giving this Alien Workshop Twin Tail a try. Anyone have any experience with them?





I'd be leary of the length AWS tend to list longer lengths than they actually are (like Quasi); it's hit or miss tho

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #154 on: May 14, 2021, 07:02:24 PM »
I'm just about done with my Ishod 8.5" Twin Tail and I can safely say if I try I a twin tail  again, I will size down. The board feels a lot wider with parallel rails/ no taper. I normally never go below 8.5" but for a symmetrical shape I'll go down to 8.38" next time.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #155 on: May 14, 2021, 09:21:49 PM »
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I'd be leary of the length AWS tend to list longer lengths than they actually are (like Quasi); it's hit or miss tho

I am coming off a Carpet Co that’s 8.38 x 32.15 with a 14.38 wb that I love so honestly wouldn’t mind it being a bit shorter.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #156 on: May 15, 2021, 10:36:12 AM »
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Thinking about giving this Alien Workshop Twin Tail a try. Anyone have any experience with them?




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I'd be leary of the length AWS tend to list longer lengths than they actually are (like Quasi); it's hit or miss tho
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I am coming off a Carpet Co that’s 8.38 x 32.15 with a 14.38 wb that I love so honestly wouldn’t mind it being a bit shorter.

I was speaking with the opposite in mind, buying expecting it to be longer than it is; sounds like you're good to go!

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #157 on: May 18, 2021, 06:59:16 PM »
Has anyone come across a twin tail / symmetrical board that's 8.125 ?
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #158 on: May 18, 2021, 07:26:53 PM »
Has anyone come across a twin tail / symmetrical board that's 8.125 ?
Deathwish Neen Williams Twin Nose Spew 3 and Controlled Chaos decks are 8.125.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #159 on: May 19, 2021, 09:10:46 AM »
Copying this over from the Set Up thread. This is my first TT board. Curious as to how I’ll dig it.



Creature Jawn Gardner TT 8.8 x 31.4 x 14wb (sizing down from a 14.75 WB x 33 L)
Ace 55 classic
OJ 55mm hardline (also sizing down from a 58mm)
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #160 on: June 02, 2021, 03:36:50 PM »
Anyone try out the new Ishod TTs? Curious about the 8.25 and fat it might feel.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #161 on: June 02, 2021, 03:49:58 PM »
Anyone try out the new Ishod TTs? Curious about the 8.25 and fat it might feel.

I wouldn't call the Ishod TTs new since I don't think the shape changed. The 8.25 and 8.3 tails aren't what I would fat but they aren't pointy either. Ishod's 8.5 feels pretty fat all around.

Ishod's 8.25 and 8.3 are great boards if you don't mind the longer wheelbase. They've been my go to shape for about a year.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #162 on: June 02, 2021, 05:28:08 PM »
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Anyone try out the new Ishod TTs? Curious about the 8.25 and fat it might feel.
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I wouldn't call the Ishod TTs new since I don't think the shape changed. The 8.25 and 8.3 tails aren't what I would fat but they aren't pointy either. Ishod's 8.5 feels pretty fat all around.

Ishod's 8.25 and 8.3 are great boards if you don't mind the longer wheelbase. They've been my go to shape for about a year.

Revising wheelbases (and presumably nose and tail length) on an entire line I would consider ’new’ versions.

I’ve ridden 3 of the old 8.3s (still have a worrest slick on hand) but never an 8.25; curious what they’re like but don’t want to blind buy.
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #163 on: June 02, 2021, 10:01:08 PM »
Any TTS with a 14wb under 8.25?

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #164 on: June 03, 2021, 05:18:27 AM »
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Anyone try out the new Ishod TTs? Curious about the 8.25 and fat it might feel.
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I wouldn't call the Ishod TTs new since I don't think the shape changed. The 8.25 and 8.3 tails aren't what I would fat but they aren't pointy either. Ishod's 8.5 feels pretty fat all around.

Ishod's 8.25 and 8.3 are great boards if you don't mind the longer wheelbase. They've been my go to shape for about a year.
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Revising wheelbases (and presumably nose and tail length) on an entire line I would consider ’new’ versions.

I’ve ridden 3 of the old 8.3s (still have a worrest slick on hand) but never an 8.25; curious what they’re like but don’t want to blind buy.

What do you mean? As far as I've seen the wheelbases are exactly the same as always.
14.33 for 8.25 and 14.4 for 8.3
Tails are the same length too.
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #165 on: June 03, 2021, 08:23:21 AM »
I just checked the Real website and the board specs look the same as last time.

@Xen if you like the Worrest 8.3, you'll like the Ishod 8.25. They're a little bit different but they both are good sizes and shapes. The majority of the difference comes from the Slickness on the 8.3.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #166 on: June 03, 2021, 01:38:24 PM »
Is anyone riding that Heroin symmetrical egg?

I’ve got my eyes on that deck and I’m curious what trucks people prefer with that setup.

8.5 with wide wheels?
8.75 with classics ?
9.0 hot rod?

I think the deck measures 8.6 over the trucks.
Thanks in advance.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #167 on: June 03, 2021, 01:59:28 PM »
Is anyone riding that Heroin symmetrical egg?

I’ve got my eyes on that deck and I’m curious what trucks people prefer with that setup.

8.5 with wide wheels?
8.75 with classics ?
9.0 hot rod?

I think the deck measures 8.6 over the trucks.
Thanks in advance.

Yeah I got that Heroin symmetrical egg board but I haven't got used to the size yet. I set mine up with 53mm 97duro F4 Classics and some 8.5" trucks with 1/8" spacers on each axle https://socalskateshop.com/SK8-Kings-1-8-Steel-Axle-Spacers-Set-of-4.html


Heroin Symmetrical Egg 9"
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #168 on: June 03, 2021, 10:59:22 PM »
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Is anyone riding that Heroin symmetrical egg?

I’ve got my eyes on that deck and I’m curious what trucks people prefer with that setup.

8.5 with wide wheels?
8.75 with classics ?
9.0 hot rod?

I think the deck measures 8.6 over the trucks.
Thanks in advance.
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Yeah I got that Heroin symmetrical egg board but I haven't got used to the size yet. I set mine up with 53mm 97duro F4 Classics and some 8.5" trucks with 1/8" spacers on each axle https://socalskateshop.com/SK8-Kings-1-8-Steel-Axle-Spacers-Set-of-4.html


Heroin Symmetrical Egg 9"
Venture 5.8 V-Titanium
Spitfire F4 Classics 53mm 97duro
Rush Swiss Bearings
Enjoi Gender Bender Hardware 7/8"
Jessup Griptape
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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #169 on: June 04, 2021, 07:42:05 AM »
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Is anyone riding that Heroin symmetrical egg?

I’ve got my eyes on that deck and I’m curious what trucks people prefer with that setup.

8.5 with wide wheels?
8.75 with classics ?
9.0 hot rod?

I think the deck measures 8.6 over the trucks.
Thanks in advance.
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Yeah I got that Heroin symmetrical egg board but I haven't got used to the size yet. I set mine up with 53mm 97duro F4 Classics and some 8.5" trucks with 1/8" spacers on each axle https://socalskateshop.com/SK8-Kings-1-8-Steel-Axle-Spacers-Set-of-4.html


Heroin Symmetrical Egg 9"
Venture 5.8 V-Titanium
Spitfire F4 Classics 53mm 97duro
Rush Swiss Bearings
Enjoi Gender Bender Hardware 7/8"
Jessup Griptape
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dont hold out on where you got those trucks

Back in October I was checking every site for them. Found them at westsideskateshop.com for $88 and had them shipped across the country. They weigh 322g which is pretty light for a 8.5" truck.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #170 on: June 09, 2021, 09:16:55 AM »
Figured I'd post the setup that I ride most.


Real Ishod Twintail 8.25"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.5 w/ bones hard bushings
Spitfire F4 Classic 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Enjoi Gender Bender 1" hardware
Jessup grip

This is the most well rounded setup I've ever ridden. Works well at parks or skating curbs.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #171 on: June 09, 2021, 11:42:00 AM »
Figured I'd post the setup that I ride most.


1" hardwares

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #172 on: June 10, 2021, 08:03:48 AM »
1" hardwares

Lol c'mon, ripping on 1" hardware is such low hanging fruit. At least make fun of my tensors or something  ::) ::)

The 7/8" guys don't know it's easier to mount trucks with 1" hardware. With the Silver tool, a few extra turns won't kill me.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #173 on: June 10, 2021, 08:44:19 AM »
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At least make fun of my tensors or something
He rides Tensors w/ twin tails too, so there really isn't anything else....

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #174 on: June 10, 2021, 10:36:57 AM »
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Lol c'mon, ripping on 1" hardware is such low hanging fruit. At least make fun of my tensors or something  ::) ::)

The 7/8" guys don't know it's easier to mount trucks with 1" hardware. With the Silver tool, a few extra turns won't kill me.

I ride ATG Maglites, I know how good they are ;)

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He rides Tensors w/ twin tails too, so there really isn't anything else....

My OCD will not allow 1" hardware without the use of risers.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #175 on: June 15, 2021, 01:35:55 PM »


This is my back-up setup that I haven't rode enough of yet.

Flip Team Smiley Pink Twintail 8.25" x 31.9"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.25 w/ bones hard and 1/8" spacers
Spitfire Radial 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Krux Krome Phillips hardware
Jessup pink griptape

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #176 on: June 15, 2021, 02:09:00 PM »


This is my back-up setup that I haven't rode enough of yet.

Flip Team Smiley Pink Twintail 8.25" x 31.9"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.25 w/ bones hard and 1/8" spacers
Spitfire Radial 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Krux Krome Phillips hardware
Jessup pink griptape

Pink AF

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #177 on: June 15, 2021, 02:21:51 PM »
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This is my back-up setup that I haven't rode enough of yet.

Flip Team Smiley Pink Twintail 8.25" x 31.9"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.25 w/ bones hard and 1/8" spacers
Spitfire Radial 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Krux Krome Phillips hardware
Jessup pink griptape
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Pink AF

Figured I'd go pink for pride month. Found parts that didn't sacrifice quality but I might try tracking down some pink bushings and bearings.

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #178 on: June 15, 2021, 02:47:28 PM »
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This is my back-up setup that I haven't rode enough of yet.

Flip Team Smiley Pink Twintail 8.25" x 31.9"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.25 w/ bones hard and 1/8" spacers
Spitfire Radial 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Krux Krome Phillips hardware
Jessup pink griptape
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Pink AF
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Figured I'd go pink for pride month. Found parts that didn't sacrifice quality but I might try tracking down some pink bushings and bearings.

How's the flip TT?

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Re: Twin tail
« Reply #179 on: June 15, 2021, 02:56:25 PM »
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This is my back-up setup that I haven't rode enough of yet.

Flip Team Smiley Pink Twintail 8.25" x 31.9"
Tensor Maglight ATG 5.25 w/ bones hard and 1/8" spacers
Spitfire Radial 54mm 99 duro
Rush Swiss bearings
Krux Krome Phillips hardware
Jessup pink griptape
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Pink AF
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Figured I'd go pink for pride month. Found parts that didn't sacrifice quality but I might try tracking down some pink bushings and bearings.

you can use fabric dye to get pink bushings